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WARNING


쐌 Do not unfasten the rear center seat belt connector except when folding down the rear seat.


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쐌 When attaching the rear center seat belt connector, be certain that the seatbacks are completely secured in the latched position and the rear cen- ter seat belt connector is completely secured.


쐌 If the rear center seat belt connector and the seatbacks are not secured in the correct position, serious personal injury may result in an accident or sudden stop.


WARNING


쐌 Only NISSAN seat belt extenders, made by the same company which made the original equipment seat belts, should be used with NISSAN seat belts.


쐌 Adults and children who can use the standard seat belt should not use an extender. Such unnecessary use could result in serious personal in- jury in the event of an accident.


쐌 Never use seat belt extenders to in- stall child restraints. If the child re- straint is not secured properly, the child could be seriously injured in a collision or a sudden stop.


SEAT BELT MAINTENANCE 쐌 To clean the seat belt webbings, apply a mild soap solution or any solution recom- mended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Then brush the webbing, wipe it with a cloth and allow it to dry in the shade. Do not allow the seat belts to retract until they are com- pletely dry.


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Storing rear seat belt buckles Before folding down the seat, put the buckles in the storage of the seat cushion to avoid drop- ping it under the seat cushion. SEAT BELT EXTENDERS If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap-shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender is available. The ex- tender adds approximately 8 inches (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver or front passenger seating position. See a NISSAN dealer for assistance if the extender is required.


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쐌 If dirt builds up in the shoulder belt guide of the seat belt anchors, the seat belts may retract slowly. Wipe the shoulder belt guide with a clean, dry cloth.


쐌 Periodically check to see that the seat belt and the metal components such as flexible wires buckles, tongues, retractors, and anchors work properly. If loose parts, deterioration, cuts or other damage on the webbing is found, the entire belt assembly should be replaced.


CHILD RESTRAINTS


PRECAUTIONS ON CHILD RESTRAINTS


WARNING


쐌 NISSAN recommends that the child restraint be installed in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, chil- dren are safer when properly re- strained in the rear seat than in the front seat.


쐌 An improperly installed child re- straint could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.


쐌 Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the ve- hicle. Failure to use a child restraint can result in serious injury or death. 쐌 Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe acci- dent. The child could be crushed be- tween the adult and parts of the ve- hicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and your- self.


쐌 Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. A rear facing child restraint must only be used in the rear seat.


In general, child restraints are designed to be installed with the lap portion of a three-point type In addition, this vehicle is equipped seat belt. with a universal child restraint lower anchor system, referred to as the LATCH (Lower An- chors and Tethers for CHildren) system. Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing- mounted attachments that can be connected to these lower anchors. For details, see “LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) SYS- TEM” later in this section. Child restraints for infants and children of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any child restraint, keep the following points in mind: 쐌 Choose only a restraint with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-21


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Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.


쐌 Check the child restraint in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.


쐌 If the child restraint is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the child restraint and check the various adjustments to be sure the child restraint is compatible with your child. Choose a child restraint that is de- signed for your child’s height and weight. Always follow all recommended procedures. All U.S. states and Canadian provinces re- quire that infants and small children be restrained in approved child restraints at all times while the vehicle is being oper- ated.


WARNING


쐌 Improper use of a child restraint can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occu- pants of the vehicle.


쐌 Follow all of the child restraint manu- facturer’s instructions for installation


and use. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of child restraints in your vehicle.


쐌 If the child restraint is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sudden stop greatly increases.


쐌 Adjustable seatbacks should be po- sitioned to fit the child restraint, but as upright as possible.


쐌 After attaching the child restraint, test it before you place the child in it. Push it from side to side. Try to tug it forward and check to see if the belt holds the restraint in place. The child restraint should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If the restraint is not secure, tighten the belt as necessary, or put the restraint in another seat and test it again. You may need to try a different child restraint. Not all child restraints fit types of vehicles.


in all


쐌 If you must install a front facing child restraint in the front seat, see “Child restraint installation on front passen- ger seat” later in this section for details.


쐌 When your child restraint is not in use, keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident.


it


CAUTION


Remember that a child restraint left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the child restraint.


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CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT OUTBOARD OR CENTER POSITIONS


WARNING


쐌 The three-point seat belt in your ve- hicle is equipped with a locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child restraint.


쐌 Failure to use the automatic locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision.


쐌 When installing a child restraint sys- tem in the rear center position, both the center seat belt connector tongue and buckle tongue must be secured. See “Attaching rear center seat belt” earlier in this section.


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Rear outboard seat


Front facing When you install a child restraint outboard or center seat, follow these steps:


in a rear


1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the restraint manufacturer’s in- structions.


The back of the child restraint should be secured against the vehicle seatback. If nec- essary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this section. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the


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Rear center seat


is head restraint when the child restraint removed. If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.


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2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions for belt routing.


3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.


4. Allow the belt


to retract. Pull up on the shoulder belt to remove any slack in the belt.


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webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.


7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.


After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) will be canceled.


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5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If it does move more than 1 inch (25 mm), pull again on the shoulder belt tighten the child restraint. If unable to properly secure the restraint, move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again, or try a differ- ent child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.


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6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt


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Rear outboard seat


Rear facing When you install a child restraint outboard or center seat, follow these steps: 1. Position the child restraint on the seat. Al- ways follow the restraint manufacturer’s in- structions.


in a rear


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Rear center seat


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2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufac- turer’s instructions for belt routing.


3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.


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webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.


7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6.


After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) is canceled.


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4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to


remove any slack in the belt.


5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If it does move more than 1 inch (25 mm), pull again on the shoulder belt tighten the child restraint. If unable to properly secure the restraint, move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again, or try a differ- ent child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.


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6. Check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode by trying to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot pull any more belt


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is attached to the seatback to help you


label locate the LATCH system anchors.


WARNING


쐌 Attach LATCH system compatible child restraints only at the locations shown. If a child restraint is not se- cured properly, your child could be seriously injured or killed in an acci- dent.


쐌 Do not secure a child restraint in the center rear seating position using the LATCH system anchors. The child re- straint will not be secured properly. 쐌 The LATCH system anchors are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstance are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.


referred to as the ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible system. With this system, you do not have to use a vehicle seat belt to secure the child restraint. Your vehicle is equipped with special anchor points that are used with LATCH system com- patible child restraints. Check your child restraint for a label stating that it is compatible with the LATCH system. This information may also be in the instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer. If you have such a child restraint, refer to the illustration for the seating positions equipped with LATCH system anchors which can be used to secure the child restraint. Some child restraints may also require the use of a top tether strap. See “Top tether strap child restraint” later installation instructions. When installing a child restraint, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual and those supplied with the child restraint. When you install a LATCH system compatible child restraint to the lower anchor attachments, follow these steps.


in this section for


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LATCH (LOWER ANCHORS AND TETHERS FOR CHILDREN) SYSTEM 1. LATCH lower anchor points (right) 2. LATCH lower anchor points (left) 3. LATCH label


The LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) anchor points are located in the seat cushions of the rear outboard seating positions only. Do not attempt to install a child restraint in the center position using the LATCH anchors. The LATCH system anchors are located at the rear of the seat cushion near the seatback. A 1-28 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system


Some child restraints include two rigid or webbing-mounted attachments that can be con- nected to two anchors located at certain seating positions in your vehicle. This system is known as the LATCH system. This system may also be


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WARNING


TOP TETHER STRAP CHILD RESTRAINT


strap is damaged.


Inspect the lower anchors by inserting your fingers into the lower anchor area and feeling to make sure there are no obstructions over the LATCH system an- chors, such as seat belt webbing or seat cushion material. The child restraint will not be secured properly if the LATCH system anchors are obstructed.


1. To install the LATCH system compatible child restraint, adjust the height of the child re- straint LATCH system anchor attachments to the anchor points on the rear seat. Insert the anchor attachments into the anchor points. If the child restraint is equipped with a top tether, see “Top tether strap child re- straint” later in this section for installation instructions.


2.


3. After attaching the child restraint and before placing the child in it, use force to push the child restraint from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that the child restraint is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm).


4. Check to make sure that the child restraint is


properly secured prior to each use.


WARNING


쐌 Child restraint anchor points are de- signed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child re- straints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses.


for


top tether


쐌 After removing a rear seat head re- straint installation, store it securely to prevent it from causing injury to passengers or dam- age to the vehicle in case of sudden braking or an accident. Always re- place it and adjust properly when top tether is no longer in use.


쐌 The child restraint top tether strap may be damaged by contact with the tonneau cover or items in the cargo area. Remove the tonneau cover from the vehicle or secure it and any cargo. Your child could be seriously injured or killed in a collision if the top tether


If your child restraint has a top tether strap, it must be secured to the anchor point provided behind its position. First, adjust the seatback so that it is upright. Then secure the child restraint with the rear seat belt or the LATCH system (outboard positions), as applicable. For the center position 쎻C , re- move the anchor cover from the anchor point as illustrated. Keep the removed cover in a secure place to prevent loss or damage. Remove the head restraint from the seatback. Store it in a secure place. Position the top tether strap over the top of the seatback and secure it to the tether anchor bracket that provides the straightest installation. Tighten the tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instruction to remove any slack. For best child restraint fit, see the child restraint installation instructions in this section and the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.


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Anchor point locations


WARNING


The anchor bolt should be installed at all times to prevent the possibility of exhaust fumes entering the passenger compartment through the holes. See “Precautions when starting and driving” in the “5. Starting and driving” section for exhaust gas.


Anchor points are located as illustrated. 쎻A : for rear left side seat position 쎻B : for rear right side seat position 쎻C : for rear center seat position If you have any questions when installing a top strap child restraint on the rear seat, consult a NISSAN dealer for details.


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쐌 A child restraint with a top tether strap should not be used in the front passenger seat.


쐌 The three-point seat belt in your ve- hicle is equipped with an automatic locking mode retractor which must be used when installing a child re- straint.


쐌 Failure to use the retractor’s locking mode will result in the child restraint not being properly secured. The re- straint could tip over or otherwise be unsecured and cause injury to the child in a sudden stop or collision. Also, it can change the operation of the front passenger air bag. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section.


INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT


WARNING


쐌 Never install a rear-facing child re- straint in the front passenger seat. Supplemental front air bags inflate with great force. A rear-facing child restraint could be struck by the supplemental front air bag in a crash and could seriously injure or kill your


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child.


쐌 NISSAN recommends that child re- straints be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a front facing child restraint in the front pas- senger seat, move the passenger seat to the rearmost position. Also, be sure the front passenger air bag status light is illuminated to indicate the passenger air bag is OFF. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section for details.


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secured against the vehicle seatback. If nec- essary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct child restraint fit. See “Head restraint adjustment” earlier in this section. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the child restraint is removed. If the seating position does not have an adjustable head restraint and it is interfering with the proper child restraint fit, try another seating position or a different child restraint.


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Front facing If you must install a child restraint in the front seat, follow these steps:


1. Position the child restraint on the front pas- senger seat. It should be placed in a front facing direction only. Move the seat to the rearmost position. Adjust the head restraint to its highest position. Always follow the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions. Child restraints for infants must be used in the rear facing direction and therefore must not be used in the front seat.


The back of the child restraint should be


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2. Route the seat belt tongue through the child restraint and insert it into the buckle until you hear and feel the latch engage. Be sure to follow the child restraint manufacturer’s in- structions for belt routing.


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3. Pull on the shoulder belt until all of the belt is fully extended. At this time, the belt retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child re- straint mode). It reverts back to emergency locking mode when the belt is fully retracted.


4. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the belt to


remove any slack in the belt.


5. Before placing the child in the child restraint, use force to push the child restraint from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that it is securely held in place. It should not move more than 1 inch (25 mm). If it does move more than 1 inch (25 mm), pull again on the shoulder belt tighten the child restraint. If unable to properly secure the restraint, move the restraint to another rear seating position and try again, or try a differ- ent child restraint. Not all child restraints fit in all types of vehicles.


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쐌 A booster seat must only be installed in a seating position that has a lap/shoulder belt. Failure to use a three-point type seat belt with a booster seat can result in a serious injury in sudden stop or collision.


쐌 An improperly installed booster seat could lead to serious injury or death in an accident.


BOOSTER SEATS


webbing out of the retractor, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.


PRECAUTIONS ON BOOSTER SEATS


The


7. Check to make sure that the child restraint is properly secured prior to each use. If the lap belt is not locked, repeat steps 3 through 6. 8. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. light is not illuminated, see “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section. Move the child restraint to another seating posi- tion. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer.


passenger should illuminate.


status this light


bag If


air


After the child restraint is removed and the seat belt is allowed to wind back into the retractor, the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) will be canceled.


WARNING


쐌 Infants and small children should al- ways be placed in an appropriate child restraint while riding in the ve- hicle. Failure to use a child restraint or booster seat can result in serious injury or death.


쐌 Infants and small children should never be carried on your lap. It is not possible for even the strongest adult to resist the forces of a severe acci- dent. The child could be crushed be- tween the adult and parts of the ve- hicle. Also, do not put the same seat belt around both your child and your- self.


that


쐌 NISSAN recommends


the booster seat be installed in the rear seat. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly re- strained in the rear seat than in the front seat.


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WARNING


Do not use towels, books, pillows or other items in place of a booster seat. Items such as these may move during normal driving or a collision and result in serious injury or death. Booster seats are designed to be used with a lap/shoulder belt. Booster seats are de- signed to properly route the lap and shoulder portions of the seat belt over the strongest portions of a child’s body


to provide the maximum protection dur- ing a collision.


Booster seats of various sizes are offered by several manufacturers. When selecting any booster seat, keep the following points in mind: 쐌 Choose only a booster seat with a label certifying that it complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.


쐌 Check the booster seat in your vehicle to be sure it is compatible with the vehicle’s seat and seat belt system.


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All U.S. states and provinces of Canada require that infants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint at all times while the vehicle is being oper- ated.


WARNING


쐌 Improper use of a booster seat can increase the risk or severity of injury for both the child and other occu- pants of the vehicle.


쐌 Follow all of the booster seat manu- facturer’s instructions for installation and use. When purchasing a booster seat, be sure to select one which will fit your child and vehicle. It may not be possible to properly install some types of booster seats in your ve- hicle.


쐌 If the booster seat and seat belt are not used properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision or a sud- den stop greatly increases.


쐌 Adjustable seatbacks should be po- sitioned to fit the booster seat, but as upright as possible.


쐌 After placing the child in the booster seat and fastening the seat belt, make sure the shoulder portion of the belt is away from the child’s face and neck and the lap portion of the belt does not cross the abdomen.


쐌 Do not put the shoulder belt behind the child or under the child’s arm. If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, see “Booster seat instal- lation on front passenger seat” later in this section.


쐌 When your booster seat is not in use, keep it secured with a seat belt to prevent it from being thrown around in case of a sudden stop or accident.


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쐌 Make sure the child’s head will be properly supported by the booster seat or vehicle seat. The seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. For example, if a low back booster seat 쎻1
is chosen, the vehicle seatback must be at or above the center of the child’s ears. If the seatback is lower than the center of the child’s ears, a high back booster seat 쎻2 should be used. 쐌 If the booster seat is compatible with your vehicle, place your child in the booster seat and check the various adjustments to be sure the booster seat is compatible with your child. Always follow all recommended proce- dures.


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CAUTION


Remember that a booster seat left in a closed vehicle can become very hot. Check the seating surface and buckles before placing your child in the booster seat.


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Outboard position


BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON REAR SEAT OUTBOARD OR CENTER POSITIONS


CAUTION


Do not use the lap/shoulder belt auto- matic locking mode when using a booster seat with the seat belts. When you install a booster seat in the rear seat, follow these steps:


1. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only


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place it in a front facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions.


2. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. See “Head re- straint adjustment” earlier in this section. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed. If the seating position does not have an adjust- able head restraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seat- ing position or a different booster seat.


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3. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions for adjusting the belt routing.


4. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of the child’s shoul- der. Be sure to follow the booster seat manu- facturer’s instructions for adjusting the belt routing.


5. Follow the warnings, cautions and instruc- tions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in the “Three-point type seat belt with retrac- tor” earlier in this section.


indicate the passenger air bag is OFF. See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section for details.


If you must install a booster seat in the front seat, follow these steps:


1. Move the seat to the rearmost position.


2. Position the booster seat on the seat. Only place it in a front facing direction. Always follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions.


3. The booster seat should be positioned on the vehicle seat so that it is stable. If necessary, adjust or remove the head restraint to obtain the correct booster seat fit. See “Head re- straint adjustment” earlier in this section. If the head restraint is removed, store it in a secure place. Be sure to install the head restraint when the booster seat is removed. If the seating position does not have an adjust- able head restraint and it is interfering with the proper booster seat fit, try another seat- ing position or a different booster seat.


4. Position the lap portion of the seat belt low and snug on the child’s hips. Be sure to follow the booster seat manufacturer’s in- structions for adjusting the belt routing.


BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION ON FRONT PASSENGER SEAT


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WARNING


NISSAN recommends that child re- straints be installed in the rear seat. However, if you must install a booster seat in the front passenger seat, move the passenger seat to the rearmost po- sition. Also, be sure the front passenger air bag status light is illuminated to


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5. Pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt toward the retractor to take up extra slack. Be sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the top, middle portion of the child’s shoul- der. Be sure to follow the booster seat manu- facturer’s instructions for adjusting the belt routing.


6. Follow the warnings, cautions and instruc- tions for properly fastening a seat belt shown in the “Three-point type seat belt with retrac- tor” earlier in this section.


7. When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the passenger air bag status light may or may not be illuminated, depend- ing on the size of the child and the type of booster seat being used. See “Front passen- ger air bag and status light” later in this section.


SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS ON SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM This Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) sec- tion contains important information concerning the driver and passenger front impact supple- mental air bags (NISSAN advanced air bag system), front seat side-impact supplemental air bags, curtain side-impact and rollover air bags and front seat pre-tensioner seat belts. Supplemental front impact air bag system: The NISSAN advanced air bag system can help cushion the impact force to the face and chest of the driver and front passenger in certain frontal collisions. Supplemental side-impact air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the chest area of the driver and front passenger in certain side impact collisions. The front seat side-impact supplemental air bags are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. Supplemental curtain side-impact and roll- over air bag system: This system can help cushion the impact force to the head of occu- pants in front and rear outboard seating posi- tions in certain side impact or rollover collisions. In a side impact, the curtain air bags are de- signed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. In a rollover, both curtain air bags are


designed to inflate and remain inflated for a while. These supplemental restraint systems are de- signed to supplement the crash protection provided by the driver and passenger seat belts and are not a substitute for them. Seat belts should always be correctly worn and the occu- pant seated a suitable distance away from the steering wheel, instrument panel, door finishers and side roof rails. (See “Seat belts” earlier in this section for instructions and precautions on seat belt usage.) After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the systems are operational.


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out of position in any way, you are at greater risk of injury or death in a crash. You may also receive serious or fatal injuries from the supplemen- tal front air bag if you are up against it when it inflates. Always sit back against the seatback and as far away as practical from the steering wheel or instrument panel. Always use the seat belts.


쐌 The driver and front passenger seat belt buckles are equipped with sen- sors that detect if the seat belts are fastened. The air bag system moni- tors the severity of a collision and then inflates the air bags based on belt usage. Failure to properly wear seat belts can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident.


쐌 The front passenger seat is equipped with an occupant classification sen- sor (pressure sensor) that turns the front passenger air bag OFF under some conditions. This sensor is only used in this seat. Failure to be prop-


WARNING


쐌 The supplemental front air bags ordi- narily will not inflate in the event of a side impact, rear impact, rollover, or lower severity frontal collision. Al- ways wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.


쐌 The front passenger air bag will not inflate if the passenger air bag status


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light is lit or if the front passenger seat is unoccupied. See “Front pas- senger air bag and status light” later in this section.


쐌 The seat belts and the supplemental front air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. Supplemental front air bags inflate with great force. Even with the NISSAN advanced air bag system, if you are unrestrained, leaning forward, sitting sideways or


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rear seat, if possible.


쐌 Even with the NISSAN advanced air bag system, never install a rear fac- ing child restraint in the front seat. An inflating supplemental front air bag could seriously injure or kill your child. See “Child restraints” earlier in this section for details.


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erly seated and wearing the seat belt can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. See “Front Pas- senger air bag and status light” later in this section.


쐌 Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel. Placing them inside the steering wheel rim could increase the risk that they are injured when the supplemental front air bag in- flates.


쐌 Never let children ride unrestrained or extend their hands or face out of


the window. Do not attempt to hold them in your lap or arms. Some examples of dangerous riding posi- tions are shown in the illustrations. Pre-teens and children should be properly restrained in the rear seat, if possible.


쐌 Children may be severely injured or killed when the supplemental front air bags, side air bags or curtain side-impact and rollover air bags in- flate if they are not properly re- strained. Pre-teens and children should be properly restrained in the


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WARNING


Supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag: 쐌 The supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag ordinarily will not inflate in the event of a frontal impact, rear impact or lower severity side collision. Al- ways wear your seat belts to help reduce the risk or severity of injury in various kinds of accidents.


쐌 The seat belts, the supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bags are most effective when you are sitting well back and upright in the seat. The side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag inflate with great force. Do not allow anyone to place their hand, leg or face near the side air bag on the side of the seatback of the front seat or near the side roof rails. Do not allow anyone sitting in the front


seats or rear outboard seats to ex- tend their hand out of the window or lean against the door. Some ex- amples of dangerous riding positions are shown in the illustrations.


쐌 When sitting in the rear seat, do not hold onto the seatback of the front seat. If the side air bag inflates, you may be seriously injured. Be espe- cially careful with children, who should always be properly restrained.


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쐌 Do not use seat covers on the front seatbacks. They may interfere with supplemental side air bag inflation.


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9. Diagnosis sensor unit 10. Supplemental side air bag modules NISSAN ADVANCED AIR BAG SYSTEM (front seats) This vehicle is equipped with the NISSAN ad- vanced air bag system for the driver and front passenger seats. This system is designed to meet certification requirements under U.S. regu- lations. It is also permitted in Canada. However, all of the information, cautions and warn- ings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The driver supplemental front air bag is located in the center of the steering wheel. The front passenger front air bag is mounted in the instrument panel above the glove box. The supplemental front air bags are de- signed to inflate in higher severity frontal colli- sions, although they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity frontal impact. They may not inflate in certain frontal collisions. Vehicle dam- age (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental air bag system operation. The NISSAN advanced air bag system has dual stage inflators. It also monitors information from the crash zone sensor, the diagnosis sensor unit, seat belt buckle switches, occupant classifica- Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-45


supplemental


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5. Supplemental curtain side-impact and roll-


over air bags


6. Supplemental curtain side-impact and roll-


over air bag modules


7. Seat belt pre-tensioner retractor 8. Satellite sensors


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1. Crash zone sensor 2. Supplemental front air bag modules 3. Occupant classification system control unit 4. Occupant classification sensor (pressure


sensor)


position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the system is operational.


followed by fairly loud noise may be heard, release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken to not inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly.


Supplemental front air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the face and chest of the front occupants. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating front air bag may cause facial abrasions or other injuries. Front air bags do not provide restraint to the lower body.


tion sensor (pressure sensor) and passenger seat belt tension sensor. Inflator operation is based on the severity of a collision and seat belt usage of the driver. For the front passenger, it additionally monitors the weight of an occupant or object on the seat and seat belt tension. Based on information from the sensors, only one front air bag may inflate in a crash, depending on the crash severity and whether the front occu- pants are belted or unbelted. Additionally, the front passenger air bag may be automatically turned OFF under some conditions, depending on the weight detected on the passenger seat and how the seat belt the front passenger air bag is OFF, the passenger air bag status light will be illuminated (if the seat is unoccupied, the light will not be illuminated, but the air bag will be off.). See “Front passenger air bag and status light” later in this section for further details. One front air bag inflating does not indicate improper performance of the sys- tem.


is used.


If


Even with NISSAN advanced air bags, seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the steering wheel or instrument panel. The supplemental front air bags inflate quickly in order to help protect the front occu- pants. Because of this, the force of the front air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against the front air bag module during inflation. The front air bags deflate quickly after a collision. The supplemental front air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position. After turning the ignition switch to the ON


If you have any questions about your air bag system, contact a NISSAN dealer. If you are considering modifications of your vehicle due to a disability, you may also contact a NISSAN dealer. Contact information is contained in the front of this Owner’s Manual. When a supplemental front air bag inflates, a 1-46 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system


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Failure to follow all instructions in this manual concerning the use of seats, seat belts and child restraints can in- crease the risk or severity of injury in an accident.


Status light:


below in accordance with U.S. regulations. If the front passenger air bag is OFF, it will not inflate in a crash. The driver air bag and other air bags in your vehicle are not part of this system.


The purpose of the regulation is to help reduce the risk of injury or death from an inflating air bag to certain front passenger seat occupants, such as children, by requiring the air bag to be automatically turned OFF. Certain sensors are used to meet the requirements.


The front passenger air bag status light is located on the map light cover. The light oper- ates as follows: 쐌 Unoccupied passenger seat: The


is OFF and the front passenger air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a crash.


쐌 Passenger seat occupied by a small adult, child or child restraint as outlined in this section: The illuminates to indicate that the front passenger air bag is OFF and will not inflate in a crash.


쐌 Occupied passenger seat and the passenger meets the conditions outlined in this section: The is OFF to indicate that the front passenger air bag is operational.


One sensor used is the occupant classification sensor (pressure sensor). It is in the bottom of the front passenger seat cushion and is de- signed to detect an occupant and objects on the seat by weight. It works together with seat belt sensors described later. For example, if a child is in the front passenger seat, the advanced air bag system is designed to turn the passenger air bag OFF in accordance with the regulations. Also, if a child restraint of the type specified in the regulations is on the seat, its weight and the child’s weight can be detected and cause the air bag to turn OFF. The occupant classification sensor operation can vary depending on the front passenger seat belt sensors. The front passenger seat belt sensors are de- signed to detect if the seat belt is buckled and the amount of tension on the seat belt, such as when it is in the automatic locking mode (child Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system 1-47


Front passenger air bag: The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF when the vehicle is op- erated under some conditions as described


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Front passenger air bag status light


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Front passenger air bag and status light


WARNING


The front passenger air bag is designed to automatically turn OFF under some conditions. Read this section carefully to learn how it operates. Proper use of the seat, seat belt and child restraints is necessary for most effective protection.


restraint mode). Based on the weight on the seat detected by the occupant classification sensor and the belt tension detected on the seat belt, the advanced air bag system determines whether the front passenger air bag should be automatically turned OFF as required by the regulations.


sensors are designed to operate as described above to turn the front passenger air bag OFF for specified child restraints as required by the regulations. Failing to properly secure child re- strains and to use the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode) may allow the restraint to tip or move in an accident or sudden stop. This can also result in the passenger air bag inflating in a crash instead of being OFF. See “Child restraints” earlier in this section for proper use and installation.


Front passenger seat adult occupants who are properly seated and using the seat belt as outlined in this manual should not cause the passenger air bag to be automatically turned OFF. For small adults it may be turned OFF. However, if the occupant takes his/her weight off the seat cushion (for example, by not sitting upright, by sitting on an edge of the seat, or by otherwise being out of position), this could cause the sensor to turn the air bag OFF. In addition, if the occupant improperly uses the seat belt in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode), this could cause the air bag to be turned OFF. Always be sure to be seated and wearing the seat belt properly for the most effective protection by the seat belt and supple- mental air bag. NISSAN recommends that pre-teens and chil- dren be properly restrained in a rear seat. NISSAN also recommends that appropriate child restraints and booster seats be properly installed in a rear seat. If this is not possible, the occupant classification sensor and seat belt 1-48 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system


If the front passenger seat is not occupied, the passenger air bag is designed not to inflate in a crash. However, heavy objects placed on the seat could result in air bag inflation, because of the object’s weight detected by the occupant classification sensor. Other conditions could also result in air bag inflation, such as if a child is standing on the seat, or if two children are on the seat, contrary to the instructions in this manual. Always be sure that you and all vehicle occu- pants are seated and restrained properly. Using the passenger air bag status light, you can monitor when the front passenger air bag is automatically turned OFF with the seat occu- pied. The light will not illuminate when the front passenger seat is unoccupied. If an adult occupant passenger air bag status light


the is illuminated


is in the seat but


(indicating that the air bag is OFF), it could be that the person is a small adult, or is not sitting on the seat properly or is not using the seat belt properly.


If a child restraint must be used in the front seat, the passenger air bag status light may or may not be illuminated, depending on the size of the child and the type of child restraint being used. If the passenger air bag status light is not illuminated (indicating that the air bag might inflate in a crash), it could be that the child restraint or seat belt is not being used properly. In rare cases, the passenger air bag status light will not illuminate even though the air bag is OFF.


If such situations happen, properly position and restrain the occupant or child restraint. Other- wise reposition the occupant or child restraint in a rear seat. If you have any questions about whether your passenger air bag is working as designed, your NISSAN dealer can confirm that it is working properly by using a special tool. The air bag system and passenger air bag status light will take a few seconds to register a change in the passenger seat status. For example, if a large adult who is sitting in the front passenger seat exits the vehicle, the passenger air bag status light will change from OFF to ON for a few seconds and then to OFF. This is normal system operation and does not indicate a malfunction.


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,


If a malfunction occurs in the front passenger air bag system, the supplemental air bag warning located in the meter and gauges light area, will blink. Have the system checked by a NISSAN dealer. Other supplemental front air bag precautions


WARNING


쐌 Do not place any objects on the steering wheel pad or on the instru- ment panel. Also, do not place any objects between any occupant and the steering wheel or instrument panel. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause in- jury if the supplemental front air bag inflates.


쐌 Immediately after inflation, several front air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.


쐌 No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of


the supplemental air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the supplemental air bag or dam- age to the supplemental air bag sys- tem.


쐌 Do not make unauthorized changes to your vehicle’s electrical system, suspension system or front end structure. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental air bag system.


쐌 Tampering with the supplemental front air bag system may result in serious personal injury. Tampering includes changes to the steering wheel and the instrument panel as- sembly by placing material over the steering wheel pad and above the instrument panel or by installing ad- ditional trim material around the air bag system.


쐌 Modifying or tampering with the front passenger seat may result in serious personal injury. For example, do not change the front seats by placing


material on the seat cushion or by installing additional trim material, such as seat covers, on the seat. Additionally, do not stow any objects under the front passenger seat or the seat cushion and seatback. Such ob- jects may interfere with the proper operation of the occupant classifica- tion sensor (pressure sensor).


쐌 No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the seat belt system. This may affect the supplemental front air bag sys- tem. Tampering with the seat belt system may result in serious per- sonal injury.


쐌 Work on and around the supplemen- tal front air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installa- tion of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) wiring should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized elec- trical test equipment and probing de-


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vices should not be used on the air bag system.


쐌 A cracked windshield should be re- placed immediately by a qualified re- pair facility. A cracked windshield could affect the supplemental air bag system.


the function of


쐌 The SRS wiring harness connectors are yellow and orange for easy iden- tification.


When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the supplemental front air bag system and guide the buyer to the appro- priate sections in this Owner’s Manual.


though they may inflate if the forces in another type of collision are similar to those of a higher severity side impact. They are designed to inflate on the side where the vehicle is impacted. They may not inflate in certain side collisions. Curtain side-impact and rollover air bags are also designed to inflate in certain types of roll- over collisions or near rollovers. Vehicle damage (or lack of it) is not always an indication of proper supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag operation. When the supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact/rollover air bag inflate, a fairly loud noise may be heard, followed by release of smoke. This smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it, as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. Supplemental side air bags, along with the use of seat belts, help to cushion the impact force on the chest of the front occupants. Curtain side- impact and rollover air bags help to cushion the impact force to the head of occupants in the front and rear outboard seating positions. They can help save lives and reduce serious injuries. However, an inflating side air bag and curtain side-impact/rollover air bag may cause abra- sions or other injuries. Supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air


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Supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact and rollover air bag systems The supplemental side air bags are located in the outside of the seatback of the front seats. The supplemental curtain side-impact and roll- over air bags are located in the side roof rails. These systems are designed to meet voluntary guidelines to help reduce the risk of injury to out-of-position occupants. However, all of the information, cautions and warnings in this manual still apply and must be followed. The supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bags are designed to inflate in higher severity side collisions, al-


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to help protect


bags do not provide restraint to the lower body. The seat belts should be correctly worn and the driver and passenger seated upright as far as practical away from the supplemental side air bag. Rear seat passengers should be seated as far away as practical from the door finishers and side roof rails. The side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bags inflate quickly in order the front and rear outboard occupants. Because of this, the force of the side air bag and curtain side- impact/rollover air bag inflating can increase the risk of injury if the occupant is too close to, or is against, these air bag modules during inflation. The side air bag will deflate quickly after the collision is over. The curtain side-impact and rollover air bags will remain inflated for a while. The supplemental side air bags and curtain side-impact and rollover air bags operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or START position. After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the supplemental air bag warning light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7
seconds if the systems are operational.


WARNING


쐌 Do not place any objects near the seatback of the front seats. Also, do not place any objects (an umbrella, bag, etc.) between the front door fin- isher and the front seat. Such objects may become dangerous projectiles and cause injury if the supplemental side air bag inflates.


쐌 Right after inflation, several side air bag and curtain side-impact and roll- over air bag system components will be hot. Do not touch them; you may severely burn yourself.


쐌 No unauthorized changes should be made to any components or wiring of the side air bag and curtain side- impact/rollover air bag system. This is to prevent accidental inflation of the side air bag and curtain side- impact/rollover air bag or damage to the side air bag and curtain side- impact/rollover air bag system.


쐌 Do not make unauthorized changes


to your vehicle’s electrical system, suspension system or side panel. This could affect proper operation of the supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact/rollover air bag system.


쐌 Tampering with the supplemental system may result in serious per- sonal injury. For example, do not change the front seats by placing material near the seatback or by in- stalling additional trim material, such as seat covers, around the side air bag.


쐌 Work around and on the side air bag and curtain side-impact/rollover air bag system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installation of elec- trical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. The SRS wiring harnesses* should not be modified or disconnected. Unauthorized electri- cal test equipment and probing de- vices should not be used on the side air bag system.


* The SRS wiring harnesses connec-


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tors are yellow or orange for easy identification.


When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the side air bag and curtain side-impact/rollover air bag system and guide the buyer to the appropriate sections in this Owner’s Manual. Pre-tensioner seat belt system (For front seats)


WARNING


쐌 The pre-tensioner seat belt cannot be reused after activation. It must be replaced together with the retractor and buckle as a unit.


쐌 If the vehicle becomes involved in a frontal collision but the pre-tensioner is not activated, be sure to have the pre-tensioner system checked and, if necessary, replaced by a NISSAN dealer.


쐌 No unauthorized changes should be


made to any components or wiring of the pre-tensioner seat belt system. This is to prevent accidental activa- tion of the pre-tensioner seat belt or damage to the pre-tensioner seat belt operation. Tampering with the pre-tensioner seat belt system may result in serious personal injury.


쐌 Work around and on the pre- tensioner seat belt system should be done by a NISSAN dealer. Installa- tion of electrical equipment should also be done by a NISSAN dealer. Unauthorized electrical test equip- ment and probing devices should not be used on the pre-tensioner seat belt system.


쐌 If you need to dispose of the pre- tensioner or scrap the vehicle, con- tact a NISSAN dealer. Correct pre- tensioner disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Service Manual. Incorrect disposal procedures could cause personal injury.


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The front seat pre-tensioner seat belt system activates in conjunction with the supplemental front air bag system. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of collisions, helping to restrain front seat occu- pants.


Also, the front seat pre-tensioner seat belt sys- tem activates in conjunction with the supple- mental side-impact/rollover air bag system. Working with the seat belt retractor, it helps tighten the seat belt when the vehicle becomes involved in certain types of rollover collisions or rear rollovers. The pre-tensioner is encased with the seat belt’s retractor. These seat belts are used the same as conventional seat belts. When the pre-tensioner seat belt activates, smoke is released and a loud noise may be heard. The smoke is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Care should be taken not to inhale it as it may cause irritation and choking. Those with a history of a breathing condition should get fresh air promptly. If any abnormality occurs in the pre-tensioner seat belt system, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light will not come on, will flash inter- mittently or will turn on for 7 seconds and remain on after the ignition switch has been turned to


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In this case, the the ON or START position. pre-tensioner seat belt may not function prop- erly. They must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer. When selling your vehicle, we request that you inform the buyer about the pre-tensioner seat belt system and guide the buyer to the appro- priate sections in this Owner’s Manual.


illustration.


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쎻1 SRS air bag warning labels The warning labels are located on the surface of the sun visors. 쎻2 SRS side-impact air bag warning label The warning label is located on the side of the passenger’s side center pillar. SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LABELS Warning labels about the supplemental front air bag and supplemental side-impact air bag sys- tems are placed in the vehicle as shown in the


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After turning the ignition switch to the ON or START position, the supplemental air bag warn- ing light illuminates. The supplemental air bag warning light will turn off after about 7 seconds if the system is operational.


the following conditions occur,


If any of the supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag and curtain side-impact/rollover air bag systems, and pre-tensioner seat belt systems need servicing: 쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light re-


mains on after approximately 7 seconds.


쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light


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flashes intermittently.


쐌 The supplemental air bag warning light does


not come on at all.


the supplemental


SUPPLEMENTAL AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT The supplemental air bag warning light, display- in the instrument panel, monitors the ing circuits of front air bag, supplemental side air bag and curtain side- impact and rollover air bag systems, and pre- tensioner seat belt systems. The circuits moni- tored by the supplemental air bag warning light are the diagnosis sensor unit, satellite sensors, crash zone sensors, rollover sensors, front air bag modules, side air bag modules, curtain side-impact/rollover air bag modules, and pre- tensioner seat belts and all related wiring. 1-54 Safety — seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system


Under these conditions, the supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain side-impact/rollover and/or pre- tensioner seat belt may not operate properly. It must be checked and repaired. Take your vehicle to a NISSAN dealer.


air bags


WARNING


If the supplemental air bag warning


is on,


it could mean that


light the supplemental front air bag, supplemen- tal side air bag, curtain side-impact/ rollover air bag systems and/or pre- tensioner seat belt systems will not op- erate in an accident. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have your vehicle checked by a NISSAN dealer as soon as possible.


Repair and replacement procedure The supplemental front air bags, supplemental side air bags, curtain side-impact/rollover air bags and pre-tensioner seat belt are designed to activate on a one-time-only basis. As a reminder, unless it is damaged, the supplemental air bag warning light will remain illuminated after inflation has occurred. Repair and replacement of these systems should be done only by a NISSAN dealer. When maintenance work is required on the vehicle, the supplemental front air bags, side air bags, curtain side-impact/rollover air bags, re- lated parts and pre-tensioner seat belt should be pointed out to the person conducting the main- tenance. The ignition switch should always be in the LOCK position when working under the hood or inside the vehicle.


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vehicle, contact a NISSAN dealer. Correct disposal procedures are set forth in the appropriate NISSAN Ser- vice Manual. Incorrect disposal pro- cedures could cause personal injury.


WARNING


쐌 Once a supplemental front air bag, supplemental side air bag or curtain side-impact/rollover air bag has in- flated, the air bag module will not function again and must be replaced. Additionally, if any of the supplemen- tal front air bags inflate, the activated pre-tensioner seat belts must also be replaced. The air bag module and pre-tensioner system should be replaced by a NISSAN dealer. The air bag module and pre- tensioner seat belt system cannot be repaired.


seat


belt


and


bag


curtain


쐌 The supplemental front air bag, side air side- impact/rollover air bag systems and the pre-tensioner seat belt system should be inspected by a NISSAN dealer if there is any damage to the front end or side portion of the ve- hicle.


쐌 If you need to dispose of


these supplemental systems or scrap the


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MEMO


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MEMO


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2 Instruments and controls


Instrument panel..................................................................... 2-2
Meters and gauges ............................................................... 2-3
Speedometer and odometer ......................................... 2-4
Tachometer........................................................................ 2-4
Engine coolant temperature gauge ............................. 2-5
Fuel gauge ......................................................................... 2-5
Compass display (if so equipped) .................................... 2-6
Warning/indicator lights and audible reminders............ 2-9
Checking bulbs................................................................. 2-9
Warning lights................................................................... 2-9
Indicator lights................................................................ 2-14
Audible reminders.......................................................... 2-16
Security systems.................................................................. 2-17
Vehicle security system (if so equipped) ................ 2-17
NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System ....................... 2-18
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................... 2-20
Rear window wiper and washer switch ....................... 2-21
Rear window and outside mirror defroster switch...... 2-22
Headlight and turn signal switch ................................... 2-22
Xenon headlights (if so equipped) .......................... 2-22
Headlight switch ........................................................... 2-23
Daytime running light system (Canada only) ........ 2-25
Instrument brightness control..................................... 2-26
Turn signal switch ........................................................ 2-27


Fog light switch (if so equipped) .............................. 2-27
Hazard warning flasher switch......................................... 2-27
Horn ........................................................................................ 2-28
Heated seats (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-28
Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped) .............................................................................. 2-29
Power outlet.......................................................................... 2-30
Storage .................................................................................. 2-31
Coin box........................................................................... 2-31
Cellular phone holder ................................................... 2-31
Cup holders .................................................................... 2-32
Glove box ........................................................................ 2-33
Console box.................................................................... 2-34
Cargo net (if so equipped) ......................................... 2-35
Tonneau cover (if so equipped)................................. 2-36
Windows................................................................................ 2-36
Power windows.............................................................. 2-36
Sunroof (if so equipped) ................................................... 2-38
Automatic sunroof ......................................................... 2-38
Interior lights ......................................................................... 2-40
Ceiling light ..................................................................... 2-40
Map light .......................................................................... 2-41
Rear personal light ........................................................ 2-41
Luggage light.................................................................. 2-42


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Vanity mirror light (if so equipped) ................................. 2-42
HomeLink Universal Transceiver (if so equipped).... 2-43
Programming HomeLink ............................................ 2-44
Programming HomeLink for Canadian customers ........................................................................ 2-45
Operating the HomeLink Universal Transceiver ...................................................................... 2-45


Programming trouble diagnosis ................................. 2-45
Clearing the programmed information...................... 2-46
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button.......... 2-46
If your vehicle is stolen................................................. 2-46


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INSTRUMENT PANEL


2-2 Instruments and controls


SSI0176


1. Headlight, fog light* and turn signal switch 2. Trip odometer reset button 3. 4. Meters/gauges 5. Windshield/rear window wiper and washer


Instrument brightness control switch


switch


6. Hazard warning flasher switch 7. Center ventilator 8. Audio control 9. Display/clock 10. Rear window defroster and Heated outside


11. Display screen control and/or Navigation


mirror* switch


system*1


12. Passenger supplemental air bag 13. Side ventilator 14. Headlight aiming control switch* 15. VDC (Vehicle dynamic control) off switch*


or Headlight aiming control*


Ignition switch/steering lock


16. Steering switch for audio control* 17. Fuse box cover 18. Tilting steering wheel lock lever 19. Driver supplemental air bag/Horn 20. Cruise control main/set switch 21. 22. Heater/air conditioner control 23. Coin box 24. Outside mirror remote control 25. Cellular phone holder 26. AWD lock switch (AWD models) 27. Heated seat switch* 28. Power outlet cover 29. Glove box *:


if so equipped


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*1: Refer to the separate Navigation System


Owner’s Manual.


METERS AND GAUGES


1. Tachometer 2. Turn signal indicator/Hazard indicator 3. Speedometer 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge 5. Fuel gauge


6. Reset button for trip odometer 7. Warning/Indicator lights 8. Odometer (Total/Twin trip) 9. CVT shift position indicator


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SIC3031


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Changing the display: Pushing the reset button 쎻3 located on the left side of the meter panel changes the display as follows: TRIP A → TRIP B → TRIP A Resetting the trip odometer: Pushing the reset button for more than 1 second resets the trip odometer to zero. Elapsed time, driving distance and average speed information is also available. Refer to “How to use the TRIP button” in the “4. Display screen, heater, air conditioner and audio sys- tems” section later in this manual.


SIC3033


TACHOMETER The tachometer indicates engine speed in revo- lutions per minute (rpm). Do not rev engine into red zone 쎻A .


CAUTION


When engine speed approaches the red zone, shift to a higher gear. Operating the engine in the red zone may cause serious engine damage.


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SIC3032


SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER Speedometer The speedometer indicates vehicle speed. Odometer/Twin trip odometer The odometer 쎻1 /twin trip odometer 쎻2 are displayed when the ignition switch is in the ON position. The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven. The twin trip odometer records the distance of individual trips.


2-4 Instruments and controls


CAUTION


If the gauge indicates engine coolant temperature near the hot (H) end of the normal range, reduce vehicle speed to decrease temperature. If the gauge is over the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible. If the engine is overheated, continued operation of the vehicle may seriously damage the engine. See “If your vehicle overheats” in the “In case of emergency” section for immediate action required.


SIC3034


ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE The gauge indicates the engine coolant tem- perature. The engine coolant temperature is within the normal range 쎻A when the gauge needle points within the zone shown in the illustration. The engine coolant temperature will vary with the outside air temperature and driving conditions.


SIC3035


FUEL GAUGE The gauge indicates the approximate fuel level in the tank. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning, acceleration, or going up or down hill. The gauge needle is designed to move to the E (Empty) position when the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position. Refill the fuel tank before the gauge regis- ters Empty.


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